Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira CreekvsXVA Art Hotel
Both properties are rated highly by expert reviewers. On balance, XVA Art Hotel is preferred by most writers compared to Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek. XVA Art Hotel comes in at 90 with endorsements from 12 reviewers like Fodor's, Travel + Leisure and Rough Guide.
Radisson Blu Hotel, Dubai Deira Creek
Bani Yas Road, Dubai 476, United Arab Emirates
From $69/night
- Bar/Lounge
- Free Internet
- Room Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
DK Eyewitness
"Rooms here are comfortable, and there are Creek views from the small balconies."
Rough Guide
"The oldest five-star in the city, this grand dame of the Dubai hotel world still has plenty going for it."
Star Service
"Guests here are treated to views of the water, distant city skyline vistas and convenient access to the famous gold souk." Full review
Oyster
Upscale
"A perfectly pleasant place to stay, with ample eating and drinking options and lovely creek views. Recently renovated rooms have a smart and contemporary feel." Full review
The Wall Street Journal
"The Radisson Blu Hotel Dubai Deira Creek boasts an even more central location just across the creek from the old quarter where the city began."
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XVA Art Hotel Show All Reviews
Al Fahidi Quarter, formerly Bastakiya, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
From $68/night
- Free Internet
- Free Breakfast
- Laundry Service
- Concierge
- Restaurant
- Multilingual
Frommer's
"Inside the Bastakiya old quarter area, XVA is one of the best inexpensive finds in Dubai." Full review
Concierge
"Artsy expatriates are drawn to XVA, especially on a Wednesday, when it plays host to offbeat art-house films and lectures."
Fodor's
"Dubai's first boutique hotel still has a faithful following of trendy guests, and it's easy to see why." Full review
Insight Guides
"No other paid accommodation in Dubai can compete with the XVA Gallery’s authentic Arabian offering."
DK Eyewitness
"This elegant hotel in a restored courtyard house is full of atmosphere. The stylish hotel rooms are minimalist in design."
Rough Guide
"One of Dubai’s very few genuine heritage hotels, this atmospheric gallery-cum-café has seven guest rooms tucked away around the back of a fine old Bastakiya house."
Afar Magazine
"There is a running trail along Dubai Creek and the hotel can recommend nearby beaches, and fitness centers at all price points." Full review
Travel + Leisure
"Owned and operated by the XVA Gallery, the XVA Hotel is located in the Bastakiya district." Full review
Oyster
Mid-Range
"The mid-range XVA Art Hotel packs a whole lot of art into a small boutique hotel -- not a common feat in mega-hotel loving Dubai." Full review
The Telegraph
8.0
"Arty Arabian minimalism." Full review